22 Oct 1902
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1902
Page
1
W J Bailey withdraws from campaign to rush to his father's bedside as Republicans face doubt about continuing the race. The state party center resigns to the possibilities, with committee members debating ballot procedures and potential shifts in support amid the unfolding family crisis.
Fraud concerns arise as Topeka election registration surges with in-town arrivals. Officials note many registrants are not city residents, with some here 30 days or longer, raising questions about eligibility and potential challenges at election time. Meanwhile rail and construction projects attract transient workers, complicating residence claims and voting status.
The piece records chaotic remarks on political parties and campaign strategy amid denials of misrules. It mentions votes, county involvement, and claims of resignations and gatekeeping, with scattered references to rail tickets and public support gatherings in Perr Boot Met and Wichita.
Copenhagen reports a near tied vote on the second reading to ratify the Denmark United West Indies cession treaty amid freebooter protests, while Washington confirms the lend-lease rejection, noting the vote's decisive yet tenuous impact on a possible late session approval. The demoralized Danish chamber and delayed attendance from delegates heighten uncertainty over the treaty's fate.
The arbitration by King Oscar of Sweden and Norway favored Germany in the Samoa dispute. Washington State Department officials and Britain expected a joint landing plan to be justified by the arbiter. The decision, not yet fully released, could affect damages claims by citizens of the three powers and France.
Washington Oct 22 An intimation reached here that King Oscar of Sweden, arbitrator in the United States Germany and Great Britain Samoa revolt dispute, will decide if the briefs justify damages for American and British forces. The decision will determine amount and policy, with emphasis on establishing American rights amid revolution.
Fragmentary text discusses U S obligations under treaties to protect property and maintain free passage across an isthmus, noting potential liability for damages if naval forces interfere or fail to intervene in confrontations with rioters. It mentions Samoa treaty context and possible appeal to the Hague tribunal.
Washington oct 2 the annual volume in the mineral resources of the orbual suites for 190 prepared by dr david t day of the xeulogtess survey has been issued and will be due woot the figures show gains in nonmetallic products while petroleum shows decline the report details value of iron and coal production and changes in prices per ton compared with 1900 noting increases in coal and grain prices and a surge in certain nonmetallic outputs through the year
Pottsville Pennsylvania October 2 The striking milmerd are ready Bhdeameter return to a curk wave that the strive 14 blared off but several collieries in the Sehuy kilt are not in condition to genuine full handed workmen will be obliged to wait for several weed they can be reinstated It will some dare too to clean up gateways at the mines that are ot to be perused before any quantity of coal can be shipped Many of the pump mnners engineers and others have already returned to their perts and are working Tadinn Riduo colliery at SHenandown esuened pote.
Allen says he will not speak tonight and remains in Topeka. He explains a libel suit action may be revived in Franklin county and the criminal case may move to Miami county. A big Republican rally in Abtione drew five hundred torches and strong support from local leadership.
Duluth wife of a wealthy man reports a pearl necklace and diamonds valued at $000 stolen from the Fleet National Bank safety deposit vault. A reward offered for the return was declined by an intermediary who delivered the jewelry but left without explanation. Police suspect an interior accomplice but no arrest is noted. Temperatures from large cities follow in later items.
In Topeka Mrs. Wagner hosted a private seance with about twenty five attendees when a flash from a flashlight startled the circle. The trumpet controlled by a spirit named Pat produced a blazing flash and smoke in the room. Mrs. Wagner fainted, witnesses reported a camera attempt and suspicion fell on skeptic Jon Whitesweet. Wagner vows to identify the culprit and seek redress for damaged photographs.
The fragment recounts a supposed amateur detective linked to Mrs Wagner amid a safari of confusion. Questions linger on a possible photo sequence, motives for the photograph, and whether the image revealed a face amid the mystery and Mrs Wagner’s claimed powers.
A Topeka starch factory east of town burned down in broad daylight, producing a loss estimated near $8,000 with no insurance. The National Starch company of Chicago owned the building, built about 35 years ago, originally linked to sorghum and similar products. Fire origin unclear. sparks from a passing train or smoking cited. Building and contents valued at about $5.00 per owner’s estimate. No fatalities reported. workers were removing equipment when fire started.
Margaret Mullady of 23 Tyler Street, widow of Patrick Mullady, alleges city neglect allowed joints to run, ruining her son Thomas. She sought Mayor Parker at city hall, was told to see Probate Judge Pag an about committing her son to an insane regime under a law for habitual drunkards, and claimed the city owes her a living.
Paris police report a would be anarchist tried to scale the Elysee gate near the president's residence. The assailant fled after the sentry was frightened away. No evidence of weapon or other danger was found as officials downplay the incident and question the report.
Fire at the Cota Products plant on West Taylor Street and the river area killed five people and left 17 unaccounted for. Insurance covered losses near 400000. Otto Trapp Edward Steinke and two unidentified bodies were among the dead. Frank Rothenberg was not in the building at the time of the blaze and the cause remains under investigation. The building damage and losses are estimated but not yet finalized.
Hiram B Ware father of Pension Commissioner Wars died Tuesday in Washington at over 80. He earlier lived with his son in Topeka and accompanied the family to Fort Scott Kansas for a tax trial. A former sailor and whaler, he later farmed near Cherokee and invented military saddles and flax processing machines. He had been active in flax grower and manufacturer ventures for two decades.
Government forecast notes general fair tonight with light north wind. Morning wind indicated a brisk north breeze. Temperature readings include a low near 0 C and hourly figures start at 1 o'clock with several hours of data not fully legible.
In Mexico City on October 21 Gen Sayi inte of the Boer army and Maral Mond of New York explore Mexico for Boer colonist settlement. They meet Finance Minister Limantour and plan to tour several states. British residents offer hospitality to the Boer generals.
Mills’ store reports a complete stock of new east coast designs in wood fibre including straight braid, plain weave, and varied colors. Colored applique inky wood, Persian bands, and medallion effects are popular trims. Chiffon applique in black and white expands beyond prior ranges, with delicate, genteel brimming. Button assortment features metal and enamel trims with Persian coloring in small to large sizes.
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